CAPTIMES, January 23. 1997 have really liked to have had a processional. When we were told to Sit down, we only thought it was temporary. Needless to say, we were very disappointed that we didn't get to process and recess." As far as receiving her diploma by mail, Maatman said that she had no problem with that change. "I had my high school diploma mailed to me, so hav ing my degree mailed was no big deal." Overall, Maatman said that she enjoyed the ceremo- JoAnne Ramirez, criminal justice graduate, said that the absence of the student processional didn't bother her and that she was aware of receiving her diplo ma by mail. However, Ramirez admitted that she was disappointed that gradu ates didn't have the opportu nity to toss their caps. "We didn't get to throw our caps up in the air. There wasn't even a formal introduction of our c lass or anything," she said. Ramirez also admitted that she would have liked to have had just one ceremony, but understands the benefits of conducting two separate ceremonies. "It's nice to know that you can invite as many family and friends as you 1 ike," she said. In addition to these changes, the graduates' cere monies were separated by majors. Spring 1996 graduates were the first to experience two commencement cere monies. Maim said that this SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1 AT 9:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M. GALLERY LOUNGE M EET AREA LEADER S, ATTEND FREE WORKSHOP Sp AND ENJOY BREAKFAST AND LUNCH WITH NEW FRIENDS! change is a result of an increase in the number of graduates at PSH. A benefit of having two ceremonies is that offers unlimited seating for graduates' families and friends and eliminates the use of the ticket system of past graduations, he explained. Each ceremony was similar in format. Graduates, wearing their black caps and gowns, were seated as they watched their respective fac ulty banner-bearer carry the division and school banners. The 9 a.m. ceremony, reserved for associate, bac calaureate, masters and doc toral candidates in the Division of Humanities, Division of Behavioral Sciences and Education, and the School of Public Affairs was addressed by Dr. Michael Barton, associate professor of social sciences and American studies. Barton reflected on hat his commencement speak er, Art Buchwald, told his c lass when he graduated from the University of Pennsylvania 22 years ago, "Young people, your elders and I have given you a perfect world. Now don't screw it up!" Barton warned gradu ates about their elders. "Look, they'll probably say you have to pay off all your own credit card debt, and then they'll say your genera tion has to pay off all the national debt—and you know that most of the national debt is really their credit card debt." The second ceremony for associate, baccalaureate and masters degrees in the School of Business Administration and school of Science, Engineering and Technology featured Assistant Professor of Engineering, Dr. George R. P. Bulman. As keynote speaker of the noon ceremony, Bulman stressed to graduates that a degree is the beginning, not the end." He added that the graduates, after earning their diplomas, will constantly have to update their skills and take refresher courses. Later, Bulman empha sized that "the most impor tant test you must face is one of character." After the keynote speaker addressed the gradu ates, Student Government Association President, Frank Nieves congratulated the stu dents on their accomplish ments and wished them the best of luck in the future. Gerald K. Morrison, chair of the Penn State Harrisburg Board of Advisors, provided a message to gradu ates at both ceremonies. He reflected on the changes PSH has endured over the years and the contribution stu dents, faculty and staff have made. As a representative of the greater Harrisburg busi - ness and professional commu nity, Morrison was pleased to announce to the graduates that "central Pennsylvania is alive and well and offering opportunities for good jobs, economic growth, personal development and self- fulfil 1 - ment." He added, "Every day there are personal success stories which are occurring right here and now." President of the PSH Alumni Society, Sharon K. Cole, officially inducted the NEWS graduates, PSH's newest alum ni, into the Penn State Alumni Association and the PSH Alumni Society. For every PSH graduate, cost of the first year of membership is free and has full rights and privileges. Cole proceeded to applaud the graduates on their achievements and told them to "Go forward now, car rying the flame of knowledge `For the Glory of Old State'." Following the alumni message, the undergraduate candidates were presented, the baccalaureate degrees were conferred, and diplomas awarded. The graduate candi dates were then presented, had their degrees conferred and received their diplomas. Provost Bruhn then provided a message to the graduates. He reflected on a story that his mentor told "John, we spend most of our 20s discovering all of the hundreds of things we can be. But as we mature into our 30s, we begin to discover all of the things we will never be The challenge for us as we mature into our 40s and beyond is to put it all togeth- er—to know our capabilities and recognize our 1 imita- Lions—and to become the best we can be." He concluded, "I will never forget that advice." PSH will celebrate its next commencement on May 18, 1997. This will also be a split ceremony with the Behavioral Sciences and Education, Humanities and Public Affairs exercises beginning at 1 p.m.. At 4 p.m., the Business, Science, Engineering and Technology students will graduate. Carl W. Emit Wai Foos Bo (4.00) Richard M. Kirshner Joanne C. Ramirez (4.00) *Cu* S. Shultz Jane L Watts Bradford L Wolfe Linda D. Brumfield Barbara L Ferguson Brien. S. Lout Susan K. hemich Sandra L Wilts Lynne M. Barrett Robert E. anion II Susan A. Bucklandl •George W. DeGrange Joan L. Fisher Michael A. Foreman Lori A. Fulmer David J. Hand Jennifer L. Harvey Brenda S. Kibbe Christie L. Lyons Anne M. Mosher Kristin L. Orendorff Karen J. Stewart *Anthony N. Thomas Mary C. Wydra The honors group is comprised of undergraduate students who are in the top twelve percent ct . their graduating class. That percentage is divided into two percent "With Highest Distinction," four percent "With High Distinction," and six percent "With Distinction" Gordon R. Moon Robert S. Harper These student have been enrolled ingi c e c l&gv e e OfficenaipMqs and have received commissions as *Oraduated Summer 1996 bookstore. The campus bookstore will have extended hours the first two weeks of classes. The bookstore will be open Mon. through Thurs. from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fri. from 8 a.m. to 5 p. m.; and Sat. from 10 a. m. to 4 p.m. If you would l ike additional information about the bookstore please call 948-6286. Fall 1997 Honors Group Highest Distinction High Distinction Distinction COMMISSIONING tarn elm Deadline for Submissions is Mon. Feb. 10 If you are interested in joining the staff or have questions about submissicms, stop by the Humanities Suite W-356 Secondary Education/Social Stales Elementary faunal . . Mathematical Sciences Criminal Justice Psychology Elementary Ed%Can -. Elemenatry 13ducati . Elementary Educati Elementary Educati. 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